Status:
valid
Authors:
C.T.White
Source:
cmp
Year:
1994
Citation Micro:
Proc. Roy. Soc. Queensland 55: 79 (1994)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000708911
Common Names
- Silky Oak
- White Grevillea
- White Spider Flower
Description
Grevillea albiflora (also called White Grevillea, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It has grey-green leaves and clusters of white flowers. It grows in woodlands, heathlands, and coastal areas.
Uses & Benefits
Grevillea albiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. The flowers are a source of nectar for bees and other pollinators. The leaves are edible and can be used in salads.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Grevillea albiflora has small, yellow, star-shaped flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Grevillea albiflora is a shrub that grows to a height of 1-2 m. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Cuttings can also be taken from semi-hardwood in late summer or early autumn.
Where to Find Grevillea albiflora
Grevillea albiflora can be found in Australia.
Grevillea albiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Grevillea albiflora?
Grevillea albiflora
What type of plant is Grevillea albiflora?
Grevillea albiflora is a shrub
What is the common name of Grevillea albiflora?
Grevillea albiflora is also known as White-flowered Grevillea
Species in the Grevillea genus
Grevillea hislopii,
Grevillea acacioides,
Grevillea acanthifolia,
Grevillea acerata,
Grevillea acrobotrya,
Grevillea acropogon,
Grevillea acuaria,
Grevillea adenotricha,
Grevillea agrifolia,
Grevillea albiflora,
Grevillea alpina,
Grevillea alpivaga,
Grevillea althoferorum,
Grevillea amplexans,
Grevillea anethifolia,
Grevillea aneura,
Grevillea angulata,
Grevillea angustiloba,
Grevillea annulifera,
Grevillea aquifolium,
Grevillea arenaria,
Grevillea argyrophylla,
Grevillea armigera,
Grevillea asparagoides,
Grevillea aspera,
Grevillea aspleniifolia,
Grevillea asteriscosa,
Grevillea aurea,
Grevillea australis,
Grevillea baileyana,
Grevillea banksii,
Grevillea banyabba,
Grevillea barklyana,
Grevillea batrachioides,
Grevillea baueri,
Grevillea baxteri,
Grevillea beadleana,
Grevillea beardiana,
Grevillea bedggoodiana,
Grevillea bemboka,
Grevillea benthamiana,
Grevillea berryana,
Grevillea biformis,
Grevillea bipinnatifida,
Grevillea biternata,
Grevillea brachystachya,
Grevillea brachystylis,
Grevillea bracteosa,
Grevillea brevifolia,
Grevillea brevis,
Species in the Proteaceae family
Acidonia microcarpa,
Adenanthos acanthophyllus,
Adenanthos apiculatus,
Adenanthos argyreus,
Adenanthos barbigerus,
Adenanthos cacomorphus,
Adenanthos cuneatus,
Adenanthos cunninghamii,
Adenanthos cygnorum,
Adenanthos detmoldii,
Adenanthos dobagii,
Adenanthos dobsonii,
Adenanthos drummondii,
Adenanthos ellipticus,
Adenanthos eyrei,
Adenanthos filifolius,
Adenanthos flavidiflorus,
Adenanthos forrestii,
Adenanthos glabrescens,
Adenanthos gracilipes,
Adenanthos ileticos,
Adenanthos intermedius,
Adenanthos intricatus,
Adenanthos labillardierei,
Adenanthos linearis,
Adenanthos macropodianus,
Adenanthos meisneri,
Adenanthos obovatus,
Adenanthos oreophilus,
Adenanthos pamelus,
Adenanthos pungens,
Adenanthos sericeus,
Adenanthos strictus,
Adenanthos teges,
Adenanthos terminalis,
Adenanthos velutinus,
Adenanthos venosus,
Agastachys odorata,
Alloxylon brachycarpum,
Alloxylon flammeum,
Alloxylon pinnatum,
Alloxylon wickhamii,
Athertonia diversifolia,
Aulax cancellata,
Aulax pallasia,
Aulax umbellata,
Austromuellera trinervia,
Austromuellera valida,
Banksia acanthopoda,
Banksia acuminata,